AEM Limited has been Europe's leading independent overhaul and repair facility for more than 60 years. The company has a solid reputation in the aerospace industry for providing a broad range of services to international and regional airlines, helicopter operators and airframe manufacturers.
We are currently looking for a Senior Laboratory Technician for our Ramsgate site.
Job Purpose
To lead laboratory operations in support of metal finishing processes, ensuring accurate analysis of plating tanks and effective waste management. This senior lead role will act as a technical authority and team coordinator.
Accountable for the effective operation and continuous improvement of the laboratory and waste management processes, addressing any compliance-related issues promptly and professionally. Committed to fostering a strong safety culture while maintaining robust controls over occupational risks
Key responsibilities:
Laboratory Analysis
1. Perform and oversee chemical analysis of plating tanks (e.g., chrome, cadmium, nickel, silver, copper).
2. Ensure timely and accurate reporting of bath conditions and corrective actions.
3. Support production teams with technical advice on tank maintenance and performance.
4. Coordinate laboratory schedules, prioritising workload and ensuring quality standards.
5. Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records, and chemical inventory.
6. Lead waste sampling, classification, and coordination with waste contractors.
7. Ensure compliance with COSHH, REACH, and site-specific chemical handling procedures.
8. Support EHS initiatives and contribute to internal audits and inspections.
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
9. Ensure compliance with UK Environment legislation and regulations
10. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ISO standards (e.g., ISO 14001)
11. Prepare for and manage external audits and inspections
Risk Management
12. Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses
13. Develop and implement control measures to mitigate risks
14. Lead, and or support incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are taken
Policy & Procedure Development
15. Create and update Laboratory, and Environmental policies, procedures, and local instructions
16. Ensure policies are communicated and understood across the organization
17. Integrate Environmental considerations into engineering project planning
Training & Awareness
18. Deliver or coordinate training programs for staff and contractors
19. Promote a safety culture through awareness campaigns and toolbox talks for plating analysis and environmental
20. Ensure new employees receive EHS inductions
Environmental Management
21. Manage waste disposal, pollution control, and resource conservation
22. Oversee environmental impact assessments for projects
23. Drive initiatives to reduce the organization’s carbon footprint
Risk Assessment for Health Hazards
Identify and assess occupational health risks (e.g., exposure to hazardous substances, ergonomic risks
Qualifications & competencies
24. Chemistry Degree or equivalent qualification
25. Ability to work well in multidiscipline/cross-functional teams
26. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build close-knit relationships
27. Strong analytical, administrative and organisation skills and excellent attention to detail
28. Ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and multitask